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Luis Diaz

Luis Diaz — Colombian footballer who scored in Colombia's 3-1 World Cup Group K victory over Uzbekistan in June 2026.

2026-04-282026-10-07

In coverage

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … One source described him as: “Calm, well-spoken and with a clear opinion and vision.” Ward’s previous spell as sporting director came under Jurgen Klopp, where he oversaw the signings of Luis Diaz, Cody Gakpo, Alexis Mac Allister and Darwin Nunez – he has a global contacts networ …

    Ward appointed Liverpool’s sporting director
  3. Joy Online

    … Luis Diaz came closest to putting Bayern in front when he spurned one-on-one chances either side of half-time. …

    Bayern fail to score for first time in 59 games
  4. August 2026
  5. Joy Online

    … Tell me, what did you do?” While it is not clear what specific behaviour from his captain Guardiola is referring to, one scene does capture an argument between the pair following a loss at Anfield in December 2024, during which Walker was at fault for losing the ball to Luis Diaz …

    Guardiola-Walker fallout revealed in new documentary
  6. July 2026
  7. Joy Online

    … Luis Diaz’s offside goal that wasn’t for Liverpool in 2023 – a decision VAR should definitely have overturned. …

    Only use VAR when error blatant – Referee chiefs
  8. Joy Online

    … Luis Diaz, who did score from the spot in the shootout, and James Rodriguez, who became their record appearance maker with 131 caps, tried to create chances in the first half, but they struggled without the focal point of a striker. …

    Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach quarter-finals
  9. The Ghanaian Times

    … Ghana attempted to fight back but it was Luis Diaz who fired a low shot wide with only Lawrence Zigi to beat while Suarez powered a header off-target from Jefferson Lerma’s cross. …

    2026 FIFA World Cup… Black Stars lacked maturity, experience …Queiroz declares after exit from Mundial
  10. June 2026
  11. The Ghanaian Times

    … The goalkeeper stood firm, repelling efforts from Jhon Arias and winger Luis Diaz, ​who came close to breaking the deadlock in the 18th minute, controlling a chipped pass inside the penalty area, ​turning smartly, and firing a shot goalwards, only for Mpasi to save with his foot. …

    Munoz strike sends Colombia into World Cup Round of 32
  12. Joy Online

    Colombia opened their World Cup Group K campaign with ​a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan at the Estadio Azteca on Wednesday, as Daniel Munoz, Luis Diaz ‌and Jaminton Campaz struck to overcome a spirited second-half response from the tournament debutants. …

    Diaz caps Colombia 3-1 win as Uzbekistan make Azteca bow
  13. April 2026
  14. The Ghanaian Times

    … The hosts looked to be running away with the game but Bayern refused to buckle and fought back with two goals of their own in a three-minute span from Dayot Upamecano and Luis Diaz. …

    PSG edge Bayern in record-breaking semi-final first leg
  15. Joy Online

    … But Bayern hit back with two goals in three minutes through Dayot Upamecano and Luis Diaz to make it 5-4 in the 68th minute and give them hope for next Wednesday’s return leg in Germany.

    Champions League: PSG beat Bayern 5-4 in thrilling first leg of semi-final
Sport

Liverpool appoints Julian Ward as sporting director

The News

Liverpool have appointed 45-year-old Julian Ward as sporting director, a position he previously held during the 2022-23 season. Ward replaces Richard Hughes, who held the role for just over two years before leaving in September.

26 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 26 September

  1. Liverpool appoints Julian Ward as sporting director

    Liverpool have appointed 45-year-old Julian Ward as sporting director, a position he previously held during the 2022-23 season. Ward replaces Richard Hughes, who held the role for just over two years before leaving in September.

    26 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Bayern Munich held goalless by Schalke, ending 59-game scoring streak

    Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich failed to score for the first time in 59 competitive matches, drawing 0–0 with newly promoted Schalke in Gelsenkirchen. Despite dominating possession and introducing star players including Harry Kane and Jamal Musiala, Bayern could not penetrate Schalke's compact defence.

    6 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 17 August

  1. Documentary shows Guardiola's emotional reaction to Walker's departure

    A new Amazon Prime documentary captures Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola telling his players he was "incredibly sad" about captain Kyle Walker's request to leave the club. Walker joined AC Milan on loan in January 2025 after asking Guardiola for a fresh challenge.

    17 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 July

  1. European referees say VAR should intervene only on blatant errors

    Chief refereeing officers from 55 European national football associations met with UEFA and IFAB officials to reaffirm that VAR should only be used to change "blatantly incorrect" decisions or clear missed incidents, rejecting "lengthy, microscopic reviews" that exceed VAR's original scope of "minimum interference – maximum benefit" established in 2018.

    28 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Switzerland beats Colombia on penalties to reach quarter-finals

    Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarter-finals by defeating Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a 0-0 draw, with goalkeeper Gregor Kobel saving Cucho Hernandez's spot-kick. Switzerland will face Argentina in the quarter-finals on July 12.

    7 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 6 July

  1. Black Stars eliminated from 2026 World Cup after Colombia defeat

    Ghana lost 1-0 to Colombia in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with coach Carlos Queiroz citing lack of maturity and experience as the team lacked composure and coordination throughout the match.

    6 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Saturday 4 July

  1. Ghana loses 1–0 to Colombia in World Cup Round of 32

    Ghana's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended with a 1–0 defeat to Colombia in the Round of 32, with Jhon Arias scoring in the 14th minute to send the South Americans through to the last 16.

    4 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Ghana faces Colombia in World Cup Round of 32

    Ghana will play Colombia in the Round of 32 at Kansas City Stadium on July 4 after advancing as one of the tournament's best third-placed teams, while Colombia topped Group K unbeaten with seven points.

    30 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 25 June

  1. Munoz goal sends Colombia past DR Congo into World Cup Round of 32

    Daniel Munoz scored in the 76th minute to give Colombia a 1-0 victory over DR Congo in Group K, securing their passage to the World Cup Round of 32. Colombia dominated possession and created numerous chances, with goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi making several crucial saves before Munoz's decisive strike.

    25 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 18 June

  1. Colombia defeats Uzbekistan 3-1 in World Cup Group K

    Colombia opened their World Cup Group K campaign with a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan at the Estadio Azteca, with goals from Daniel Munoz, Luis Diaz, and Jaminton Campaz. Uzbekistan, tournament debutants, mounted a spirited second-half response but were ultimately overcome by Colombia's greater quality in front of a crowd of over 80,000.

    18 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 30 April

  1. PSG defeats Bayern 5-4 in record-breaking Champions League semi-final

    Paris St Germain beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in a Champions League semi-final first leg with a record number of goals at this stage of the competition. PSG came from a goal down to lead 5-2 before Bayern scored twice in three minutes late in the match.

    30 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. PSG beats Bayern Munich 5-4 in thrilling Champions League semi-final

    PSG defeated Bayern Munich 5-4 in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final in Paris, a nine-goal classic that tied the joint-highest scoring semi-final in European Cup history. Bayern rallied with two late goals to set up a return leg in Germany next Wednesday.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online →

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